Vardar vs Shkendija: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Vardar prepare to host Shkendija on May 23, 2026, with kick-off at 18:00, this NORTH MACEDONIA: Prva liga fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Vardar, currently 1st in the standings with 80 points from 32 games, are close to the leaders with only 0 points separating them. They've earned 41 points from 16 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 5 wins in their last five matches. They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 1 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 19 goals scored. This balance has translated into consistently competitive performances.

Shkendija, sitting 2nd with 74 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 36 points from 15 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 7 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 12 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Vardar and Shkendija have favored Shkendija, with Shkendija claiming victory in their most recent clash (0-1). This fixture has generally favored Shkendija in recent years.

In their previous league match against Struga, Vardar recorded a 1-0 victory while lining up in a standard formation.

Shkendija's last outing came against Brera Strumica, where they secured a 2-1 victory using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Vardar are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Vardar and Shkendija are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: Vardar's fixtures have averaged 2.9 goals per game, with 4 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 20% of those matches, alongside 7 clean sheets. Shkendija's games average 3.6 goals, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect goals mainly from one team.

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